POLLO TROPICAL #223
4713 S FLAMINGO RD, Cooper City FL 33330 · 954-375-4077
Last inspected Feb 25, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table - chopped chicken (126F - Hot Holding) as per employee item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator discarded at will.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026029587 | Feb 25, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $200 |
| 2--2023049616 | Aug 25, 2023 | Oct 12, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot holding unit chicken quesadilla wraps (112-120F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature approximately 20 minutes. Operator placed back in steamer to reheat.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located by take out window
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed on bulletin board expired on December 1 2025
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep sink In-use utensil stored in standing water temperature 75F.
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Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Located at take out window.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at tumbler - observed chicken in tumbler (49F - Cold Holding) right after the 60 minute seasoning process. Employee removed from tumbler and placed bags of ice, stored in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at steam table - chopped chicken (126F - Hot Holding) as per employee item held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator discarded at will.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed at front counter - mango slushy disperser soiled with mold like substance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink in prepping area. Employee provided item.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at grill line - yellow tongs hung from handle. Employee stored correctly.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink at to go window out of order.
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed at mop sink where splitter added.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed at cook line - employee wiped gloved hands on t-shirt, continued to grill chicken. Employee washed hands and changed gloves.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line. Thongs hung on stove handle. Operator stored properly.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed at walk in freezer.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back entrance door, right lower frame door is torn.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer-door and curtains with substantial build up of ice.
Aug 26, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 25, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Men's restroom- observed 55 live flying insects flying around and landing on rice on the floor. Female restroom- observed 10 live flying insects landing on wall. Dining hallway to restrooms- observed 6 live flying insects landing on walls. Dining area-observed 7 live flying insects landing on dining tables and windows. 3 compartment sink- observed 4 live flying insects landing on wall at 3 compartment sink.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Main kitchen prep area- observed cook placing raw chicken inside meat processor, walk over dish area and grab clean container and open door to ice machine to retrieve ice. Operator stopped employee and had employee wash hands and change gloves
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Main kitchen dish and prep area at stove- observed vent and ceiling tiles with dust and food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Main kitchen mop sink- observed mop wet nesting inside mop sink.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.